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University of Staffordshire

UCAS Code: B900 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Entry requirements

A level

B,B,C

Other A Level combinations are possible to achieve 112 points. Applicant should achieve a C or above in Biology.

Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 80 UCAS points.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

DMM

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DMM

Applicant should be studying a qualification in a relevant field e.g. Applied Science.

Achieve a minimum of 112 tariff points achieved from either five Highers or a combination of two Highers offered with two Advanced Highers. Where only Highers have been taken a minimum of (CCCCC) is required.

T Level

Pass (C and above)


Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer.

UCAS Tariff

112-120

We welcome a wide range of qualifications and qualification combinations. We assess each application individually, taking in to account any experience and skills you may have in your chosen field. Don't worry if you can't see your specific qualification listed, just contact our team of experts on 01782 294400 or email us at [email protected] for further advice

About this course

Course option

3years

Full-time | 2025

Subject

Biomedical sciences

Biomedical scientists are leading the fight against disease and their work touches on the lives of virtually everyone in the UK.

Whether analysing blood samples, examining tissues at molecular level or monitoring the effects of a major virus, their results provide the basis for 70% of all diagnoses within the NHS. Doctors rely on their expertise every day to treat patients.

Now’s your chance to make a difference by joining the scientists who are winning the battle against global health challenges.

Our top-rated Biomedical Science degree will also equip you with the knowledge and practical skills for a variety of other exciting and rewarding careers.

It could take you into research and development, the life sciences industry, technical sales, medical writing or education, or become a springboard into graduate medicine and other specialist fields.

From day one on the course, you’ll be treated as a University scientist and not just a student. You’ll be part of our active research community and will work with experts on live projects.

Our academics will be there to support you every step of the way and nurture your passion for science.

We focus on applied learning, with real-world challenges and plenty of opportunities to put your skills into action. You could be investigating a new technology, analysing cancer cells or scouring data to find crucial evidence.

Modules cover everything from genetics to diagnostic pathology, current advances and bioethics. You will also undertake an in-depth research project.

We offer guaranteed work placements and you can choose to complete these with a wide variety of employers locally, nationally or abroad.

There are also different study routes. If you would like an advanced qualification, why not opt for our integrated Masters course over four years? This could include a substantial research assistantship or placement.

Our Biomedical Science courses are accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science. This means our graduates meet the educational standards required when registering as a biomedical scientist.

Your skills will be highly sought after by employers.

On successful completion of your study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science.

Modules

Year 1 Core: Practical Skills for Life Scientists; Developing Research and Professional Identity; Molecular and Cellular Biology; Genetics and Diversity; Disease, Health and Environment
Year 2 Core: Applied Scientific Practice (Advanced Skills); Global Issues and Professional Development; Health and Disease (Development and Detection); Interventions and Disease Management
Year 3 Core: Life Science Research Project; Current Advances and Bioethics; Diagnostic Pathology
Year 3 Optional: Genomics and Bioinformatics; Molecular Pharmacology; Toxicology; Applied Parasitology and Medical Entomology; Microbial Genomes and Pathogenesis; Integrated Biology of Disease; The Brain; Managing the Natural World; Conservation Biology; Medical Immunology and Immunotherapy; Cancer Biology and Regenerative Medicine

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£16,750
per year
International
£16,750
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni

Course location:

Staffordshire University (Stoke Campus)

Department:

Health, Education, Policing and Sciences

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

94%
Biomedical sciences

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Biomedical sciences (non-specific)

Teaching and learning

82%
Staff make the subject interesting
94%
Staff are good at explaining things
88%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
71%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

81%
Library resources
66%
IT resources
75%
Course specific equipment and facilities
76%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

97%
UK students
3%
International students
33%
Male students
67%
Female students
82%
2:1 or above
8%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
D
D

After graduation

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Biomedical sciences (non-specific)

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£22,000
med
Average annual salary
99%
med
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

87%
Nursing and midwifery professionals
3%
Natural and social science professionals
2%
Science, engineering and production technicians

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